National Summary

A total of 256 positive influenza detections were reported in week 47. Influenza A(H3N2) continues to be the most common subtype detected.

In week 47, 1.2% of visits to sentinel healthcare professionals were due to influenza-like symptoms.

Nine laboratory-confirmed influenza outbreaks were reported in week 47 with the majority in long-term care facilities.

Thirty-seven hospitalizations were reported from participating provinces and territories in week 47; the majority due to influenza A(H3N2).

For more information on the flu, see our Flu(influenza) web page.

National Flu Test

Province

Nov 20-Nov 26, 2016

Total Flu Season 2015-2016

British Columbia

Alberta

Saskatchewan

Manitoba

Ontario

Quebec

New Brunswick

Nova Scotia

Prince Edward Island

Newfoundland

Canada

42

90

0

4

41

42

3

0

0

5

227

291

368

23

14

227

144

9

5

3

11

1095

(2015 - Nov 26, 2016)

About the Active Weather Trigger

Active weather triggers are changes in the weather that could augment health complaints. Each active weather trigger is weighted equally. The occurrence of more than one trigger increases the severity of health risk.